Location: Hualien, Qixingtan
Travel note: Qixingtan, Qingshui Cliff, Taroko National Park. Often, we think 'next time' will come soon, but in reality, that 'next time' often turns out to be many years later—or perhaps we never get the chance to visit again in this lifetime. Like revisiting Taroko this time, looking back, it's already been 13 years. The scenery of many places has become a bit blurry, only vaguely remembering some names: Swallow Grotto, Tianxiang, Cimu Bridge, Nine Turns Tunnel, Eternal Spring Shrine... This time, I also walked the Shakadang Trail, creating new memories and thoughts again. I wonder when I'll come here next? So, many places should be visited when you want to see them, and many things should be done when you want to do them—don't pin hopes on an elusive 'next time.' Just like the lyrics in Zhang Yusheng's song 'I Expect,' may life be lived striding forward, leaving no regrets. By Morgan @2021.3.20